HR Generalist

at  Freudenberg Performance Materials

Working at Freudenberg: “We will wow your world!” This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
Freudenberg Performance Materials is a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for the markets of automotive, building materials, apparel, energy, filter media, healthcare, building interiors, shoe and leather goods as well as specialties. The company generates sales of approx. 1.6 billion euros, has 32 production sites in 14 countries around the world and more than 5,000 employees. Freudenberg Performance Materials attaches great importance to social and ecological responsibility as the basis for its business success.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in HR, Business Administration, Labor Relations or similar
• 2-4+ years of experience working as an HR generalist
• Knowledge of HR Information Systems HRIS such as Workday and payroll systems such as ADP
• Experience in recruiting, payroll and/or benefits administration
• Understanding of the key principles of employment law and EEOC regulations
• Highly proficient with MS Office including Excel and PowerPoint
• High integrity and professionalism
• Solution Oriented thinking – excellent problem solving skills
• Clear communication - both verbal and written
• Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to multitask
• Other duties as assigned
  The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Primary responsibility for recruiting hourly staff, onboarding and payroll support
• Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employment status
• Process employees’ queries and respond in a timely manner
• Support HR Manager/Director in recruiting/compensation/talent/development projects.
• Assists with employee appreciation and community service events.
• Help support all people initiatives and practices including recruitment, talent, leadership development, diversity, performance management, organizational design, compensation, etc
• Lead and/or assist in the coordination of career fairs and special projects involving campus military, diversity recruitment, etc.